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Transfer Peer Mentor Program
Meet Your Fall 2011 Transfer Peer Mentors!
Erika Myhre
- Hometown- Frenchtown, NJ
- Major- Social Work
- Year- Senior
- One recommendation to new transfer students- Get involved with clubs on campus. It will open up a new network of friendships.
- Why I love Brockport- The tight knit community feel on the college campus
Isbath Ligali
- Hometown-Jamaica, NY
- Major-Health Administration
- Year-Senior
- One recommendation to new transfer students- Take Advantage of us!
(Peer Mentor)
- Why I love Brockport- Because of the amazing people (faculty, staff and other students) I've met.
Gerard Pritchard
- Hometown-Fairport, NY
- Major-Sociology
- Year-Senior
- One recommendation I have to get involved as much as you can!
- I love brockport because the faculty and staff are some of the best people I've ever met, and I've met a lot of great friends here too.
Anna Marianetti
- Hometown-Irondequoit, NY
- Major-Psychology and International Studies
- Year-Senior
- One recommendation for new transfer students-Get a job on campus or get involved with a club, you'll make more connections with other students as well as faculty--always look for people who could potentially give you recommendations!
- I love brockport because of the people I have been able to interact with over the years, and the community feel of the college. You will always recognize the people you see passing from class to class, and people know it, and are friendly about it! It was the best decision I have every made to come to Brockport.
Sandra Shibley
- Hometown-Baldwinsville, NY
- Major-English with Childhood Inclusive Education
- Year-Junior
- One recommendation for new transfer students- Look at your DARS Audit carefully to make sure all of your classes from your previous institution transferred in correctly.
- I love Brockport becasue the campus provides programs that interest the students, it is never a boring day at Brockport!
Steven Anglade
- Hometown-Brooklyn, NY
- Major-Health Care Administration
- Year-Junior
- One recommendation for new transfer students-Take advantage of all the opportunities provided to you as a Transfer Student. There is a Transfer Student Center for a reason!
- I love Brockport because Brockport helped shaped my future in regards to career goals and the way Brockport welcomes its transfer students into the institution.
Dean Newman
- Hometown-Holley (previously Victor), NY
- Major-Physical Education with Teacher Certification
- Year-Senior
- One recommendation for new transfer students- Don't be afraid to ask questions, It's not any different than your last school only BETTER!
- I love it here because it's close to home, but it is also reconized as having one of the best Physical Education programs in the nation. Hands down though, my wife works here and she makes it a better place!!!
Aissatou Ndiaye
- Hometown-New York City
- Major-Finance
- Year-Senior
- One recommendation for new transfer students-As a transfer student I think it is crucial that you go to the learning center when you having difficulties with a subject. I know taking a lot of classes can be overwhelming but the tutors are here to help you so take advantage of the situation. Don’t sit back in your room and procrastinate because that’s not going to solve the problem. Going to the learning center will help you fix the problems.
- I love it here because of how friendly people are. This is a small school so you can definitely get to know other people and be yourself around them. I met a lot of people who did change my life and it doesn’t have to be students only you can also have a good relationship with a professor who will help you in the long run.
Alesha Newbill
Alissa Gee
- Hometown: Lyndonville, NY
- Major: Interdisciplinary Arts for Children, Childhood and Inclusive Education. Music minor.
- Year: Junior
- One Recommendation: Step out of your comfort zone! Try something new!
- I love Brockport because you hear it a thousand times, but Brockport really does have so much to offer - take advantage of it! Brockport has helped me to pick up new interests, find my niche, and grow into a confident student and individual.
Rachael Hall
Bri Fenton
- Hometown: Nyack, NY
- Major: Interdisciplinary Arts for Children, concentration in Visual Art, Minor in Studio Art
- Year: Senior
- One Recommendation: Make connections, whether it is with a professor or a peer
- I love Brockport because everyone is so friendly
Jessica Giverson
- Hometown: Gates, New York
- Major: Recreation and Leisure Studies Concentration: Therapeutic Recreation
- Year: Senior
- One recommendation:Get to know your faculty on an individual basis, you will need those connections in the future as you apply for scholarships and various internships and jobs!
- I love Brockport because I have had so many great opportunities here the past year. The faculty and staff are really willing to help you develop who you are and who you want to be as long as you put yourself out there and express your desire to get involved!
Zach Cavaluzzi
- Hometown: Horseheads, NY
- Major: Biology
- Year: Senior
- One recommendation: If you are falling behind, get help fast!
- I love Brockport because it's a nice size school and you have the opportunity to talk one-on-one with faculty.
Interested in becoming a Transfer Peer Mentor for spring 2012? Stay tuned for application deadline. If you have any questions, be sure to contact us!
Share your transfer experience with new transfer students!
What is a Peer Mentor?
- Peer Mentors play a vital role in helping new students learn about our campus and community by creating a welcoming and informative environment.
- Mentors are resources for students for information about academic policies and programs, social organizations, campus life and curricular/co-curricular activities.
- Mentors are representatives of The College at Brockport the summer before, and the current academic semester, who assist with the implementation of the Peer Mentoring program.
Job Description and Responsibilities
- Serve as a Peer Mentor for incoming transfers by sending out weekly emails to approximately 100 new students; you would answer questions and address any concerns brought forth by students. You would also be responsible for referring students to appropriate offices on campus if necessary.
- Participate in two training sessions about college policies and educational requirements and services.
- Overall, help first-year transfer students feel comfortable in their transition to the College by being responsive to and aware of their needs and concerns.
Qualifications for Consideration
Preference will be given to candidates who meet the following preferred qualifications:
- Current transfer student who has been through the transfer process.
- Brockport student who will be a full time, matriculated student in current semester, with a flexible co-curricular schedule.
- In good disciplinary and academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.)
- Involved in co-curricular activities.
- Possess the ability to be hard-working, flexible and have a sense of humor.
- Exhibit excellent communication skills (especially public speaking) and leadership capabilities.
- Possess outstanding organizational skills.
- Ability and desire to work with students, faculty and staff.
- Have a strong commitment to The College at Brockport and the philosophy behind the Peer Mentoring Program.
- Have a positive, motivated attitude.
Transfers Contact Us!
Phone: 585-395-5439
Email: transfer@brockport.edu
AOL Screen Name: bporttransfer
Last Updated 12/5/11
